BUSINESS CONTROLLER
We value innovation, dedication, collaboration, and the ability to make an impact. Together, we create a stimulating environment for talented and passionate experts in research, technology, and business to explore new ideas and challenge existing assumptions.
This role sits within finance and reports to the Head of HR & Finance
Missions
Financial Planning & Budgeting
Build and maintain financial planning tools to support strategic decision-making
Develop annual budgets aligned with business objectives
Forecast annual revenues on a monthly basis
Forecast annual expenses (including staff costs) on a quarterly basis
Monitor budget vs. actual performance and identify root causes of variances
Identify trends and patterns to inform future planning
Financial Reporting & Analysis
Create internal monthly and annual management reports covering:Revenues, expenses, and profitability by business line
Headcount and staff cost analysis
Key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics
Provide actionable insights to support management decision-making
Present financial performance to senior management and stakeholders
Cost Management & Optimization
Monitor operating costs across all departments
Identify and quantify cost-saving opportunities with implementation roadmaps
Analyze profitability by investment strategy, product line and client segment
Control expenses through variance monitoring and process improvements
Support process efficiency initiatives to optimize resource utilization
Treasury & Cash Management
Optimize cash investments to maximize returns while managing risk
Optimize FX positioning to manage currency risk and capture gains/losses
Monitor liquidity and working capital requirements
Forecast cash flow requirements
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with business units to understand operational drivers and financial impact
Support operational and transformation projects with financial analysis
Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures and regulatory requirements
Collaborate with audit and compliance teams on control frameworks
Profile- Master's degree (Business School or Engineering School, Corporate Finance) Minimum 5 years of experience in management accounting, corporate finance or similar role in banking/asset management Excellent Excel proficiency (modeling, pivot tables, macros) Bloomberg experience desired Rigor, attention to detail, analytical skills Excellent written and oral communication (synthesis) Power
- Use of AI to optimize existing processes Fluent English
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES STATEMENT We are continuously striving to be an equal opportunity employer and we prohibit any discrimination based on sex, disability, origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, race, or religion. We believe that our diversity, breadth of experience, and multiple points of view are among the leading factors in our success.
CFM is a signatory of the Women Empowerment Principles.
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